1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Avanti Avanti | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 320 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |